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The Good Plastic Company, the largest producer in sustainable materials, is proud to announce the exclusive distribution of its revolutionary surface material, Polygood®, into the Middle East with the successful conglomerate Danube Group.
Danube Group, a Dubai-based diversified business conglomerate, with its inception in 1993 has established itself as a major player in various sectors including building materials, home décor, hospitality, sanitary solutions, and real estate development to name a few. With a significant presence in the Middle East and worldwide, the partnership with The Good Plastic Company marks another step towards the promotion of sustainable solutions in the region.
Danube Group has grown into one of the largest building materials companies in the Middle East, with diversified branches across the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and India. The company’s global reach also extends to procurement offices in China and Canada, reflecting its commitment to providing quality products and services across the world.
The launch event for this partnership will take place on November 9th at the material library Colab in Dubai, during Dubai Design Week. The event will be an opportunity for visitors to engage with Polygood® and experience the innovative possibilities it offers.
Madhusudhan Rao, CEO, Danube Group, said, “Our collaboration with Polygood® reflects our shared vision of a greener, more sustainable future, and we’re excited to pioneer this change in the Middle East. We are confident that together, we will catalyze a positive change and environmental stewardship across our communities. On the precipice of COP28 in Dubai, I also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the visionary leaders of Dubai for their unwavering commitment to sustainability.”
“Our partnership with Danube Group reflects our shared vision for a more sustainable future. Together, we aim to drive positive change and environmental stewardship in our communities. We are excited to pioneer this transformation in the Middle East and express our sincere gratitude to the visionary leaders of Dubai for their unwavering commitment to sustainability,” commented Dr William Chizovsky, CEO of The Good Plastic Company.
Polygood® is an innovative surface material that is produced entirely from 100% recycled plastic. Its unique properties not only enhance interior and exterior designs but also exemplify a commitment to environmental responsibility. The material is not only aesthetically appealing but also sustainable, contributing to the reduction of plastic waste and the conservation of valuable resources.
Polygood® Lights Up Dubai Design Week with ‘Icebergs in the Desert’
As part of the partnership, Danube Group will showcase Polygood® at Dubai Design Week, a renowned design and innovation event. Visitors will be able to see Polygood® in action at Isola Design, where there will be a spectacular installation titled ‘Icebergs in the Desert,’ designed by Tellurico. This installation serves to draw attention to the global warming problem and was created using 500 kg of recycled plastic. Additionally, other objects made of Polygood® such as a bar, signage, and pedestals, for a total amount of 1,420 kg of plastic used, will be on display, showcasing the material’s versatility and aesthetic possibilities. It is a highlight of the Isola exhibition, an event that demonstrates the endless possibilities that sustainable materials like Polygood® can offer.
About Danube Building Materials FZCO:
Danube Building Materials FZCO is a subsidiary of the Danube Group and is recognized as the leading supplier of premium building materials in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. With an extensive range of over 25,000 products and a strong network of showrooms, the company is committed to delivering quality and excellence to its customers in the Middle East region and India. Operating from its headquarters in JAFZA, Danube Building Materials FZCO boasts a vast logistics infrastructure and has expanded its presence globally, with branches across the GCC, India, and procurement offices in China and Canada.
About The Good Plastic Company:
The Good Plastic Company was founded in 2018. Its mission is to contribute to solving the problem of the 400 million tonnes of plastic waste that are generated annually. The company has grown to become an international manufacturer of 100% recycled plastic surface materials that helps brands to make a visible commitment to sustainability.
About Danube Group
Danube Group is a Dubai-based diversified business conglomerate with interests in building materials, home décor, and real estate development. Established in the year 1993 by Founder and Chairman Rizwan Sajan – a UAE-based entrepreneur – Danube Group achieved a US$1.3 billion (Dh5 billion) annual turnover in 2019.
The group’s flagship company, Danube Building Materials FZCO, is the largest supplier of quality building materials in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. It provides more than 25,000 products in stock and in-house value-added services in all of its multiple sets of showrooms across the Middle East region and India.
The company operates from its head offices in JAFZA with logistics facilities across the region which amounts to 5 million square feet and includes a kiln drying facility, factory, and warehouses of the group.
From a small trading firm, Danube has grown into one of the largest building materials companies in the region, with its diversified branches worldwide including UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, in addition to procurement offices in China and Canada.